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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Manufacturer: Strem Chemicals, Inc.
7 Mulliken Way
Newburyport, MA 01950-4098
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Product Identification
CHEMICAL NAME: Rhenium powder (99.99%)
PRODUCT NUMBER: 75-1890
CAS REGISTRY NUMBER: 7440-15-5
FORMULA: Re
EINECS NUMBER: 231-124-5
CHEMICAL FAMILY:
metal or element
SYNONYM: none
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Composition and Information on Ingredients
INGREDIENT:
Title Compound
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CAS#
%
7440-15-5
100
ACGIH (TWA)
OSHA (PEL)
no data
no data
Hazards Identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW: Inhalation hazard as a fine dust or fume.
PRIMARY ROUTES OF EXPOSURE: Inhalation (of dust or fume)
EYE CONTACT: The dust may cause slight to mild irritation of the eyes.
SKIN CONTACT: The dust may cause slight to mild irritation of the skin.
INHALATION: Hazard associated with inhalation of fine dust or fume. May be irritating to nasal cavity and respiratory tract.
INGESTION:
No specific information is available on the physiological effects of ingestion.
ACUTE HEALTH EFFECTS:
Dust may be irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract.
CHRONIC HEALTH EFFECTS:
NTP: No
No information available on health effects of prolonged or repeated exposure .
IARC: No
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OSHA: No
First Aid Measures
EYE EXPOSURE: Immediately flush the eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 10-15 minutes. A victim may need
assistance in keeping their eye lids open. Get immediate medical attention.
SKIN EXPOSURE: Wash the affected area with water. Remove contaminated clothes if necessary. Seek medical assistance if
irritation persists.
INHALATION: Remove the victim to fresh air. Closely monitor the victim for signs of respiratory problems, such as difficulty in
breathing, coughing, wheezing, or pain. In such cases seek immediate medical assistance.
INGESTION: Seek medical attention immediately. Keep victim calm. Give the victim water (only if conscious). Induce vomiting only
if directed by medical personnel.
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FLASH POINT:
Fire Fighting Measures
not applicable
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE:
EXPLOSION LIMITS:
not applicable
not applicable
EXTINGUISHING MEDIUM:
None. Material is non-flammable.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES:
No special fire fighting procedures required for this material.
HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION AND DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: None
UNUSUAL FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARDS:
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May self-ignite if wetted with alcohols or related organics.
Accidental Release Measures
SPILL AND LEAK PROCEDURES:
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Small spills can be mixed with vermiculite or sodium carbonate and swept up.
Handling and Storage
HANDLING AND STORAGE:
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Store in a tightly sealed container. Handle fine powders in a well-ventilated area.
Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
EYE PROTECTION:
Always wear approved safety glasses when handling a chemical substance in the laboratory.
SKIN PROTECTION:
Wear protective gloves.
VENTILATION: Material may form or contain a fine dust that may become airborne during handling. If possible, handle the material
in an efficient fume hood.
RESPIRATOR: If handling material in the form of a fine dust and ventilation is not available, a respirator should be worn. The use of
respirators requires a Respirator Protection Program to be in compliance with 29 CFR 1910.134.
ADDITIONAL PROTECTION:
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No additional protection required
Physical and Chemical Properties
COLOR AND FORM: -325 mesh pwdr.
MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 186.2
MELTING POINT (°C):
not applicable
BOILING POINT (°C):
5900°
VAPOR PRESSURE: not applicable
SPECIFIC GRAVITY:
21.04
ODOR: none
SOLUBILITY IN WATER:
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STABILITY:
Insoluble
Stability and Reactivity
Air and moisture stable solid.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: no hazardous polymerization
CONDITIONS TO AVOID:
INCOMPATIBILITY:
If used as a catalyst, keep spent catalyst away from combustibles. They could ignite.
Oxidizing agents, alcohols, and halogens
DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: none
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Toxicological Information
RTECS DATA: Intraperitoneal (mouse); LD50: >10 gm/kg.
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS:
No data available
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: No data available
TETRATOGENIC EFFECTS:
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No data available
PRODUCT NUMBER: 75-1890
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Ecological Information
ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION:
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No data available
Disposal Considerations
DISPOSAL: Dispose of according to local, state and federal regulations.
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Transportation Information
SHIPPING NAME (CFR):
Non-hazardous
HAZARD CLASS (CFR):
NA
ADDITIONAL HAZARD CLASS (CFR):
PACKING GROUP (CFR):
NA
NA
UN ID NUMBER (CFR):
NA
SHIPPING NAME (IATA):
Non-hazardous
HAZARD CLASS (IATA):
NA
ADDITIONAL HAZARD CLASS (IATA):
PACKING GROUP (IATA):
UN ID NUMBER (IATA):
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NA
NA
NA
Regulatory Information
TSCA: Listed in the TSCA inventory
SARA (TITLE 313):
Title compound not listed
SECOND INGREDIENT:
THIRD INGREDIENT:
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none
none
Other Information
DISCLAIMER: The information herein is believed to be accurate and reliable as of the date compiled. However, Strem Chemicals,
Inc. makes no representation, warranty, or guarantee of any kind with respect to the information contained in this document or any
use of the product based on this information.
PREPARATION DATE: 12/10/00
REVISION DATE:
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12/10/00
PRODUCT NUMBER: 75-1890